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Jekyll
Jekyll is a static site generator that takes plain text content, written in formats like Markdown, and transforms it into static websites and blogs.
Our verdict
Who it's for
Transform plain text into static websites and blogs with simplicity and efficiency.
Who should look elsewhere
Requires command-line familiarity
Pros
- +Simple and easy to use
- +No databases or server-side maintenance required
- +Fast and secure websites
- +Free hosting available with GitHub Pages
- +Content-focused approach
Cons
- −Requires command-line familiarity
- −Not suitable for dynamic content requiring real-time database interaction
- −Limited built-in features compared to full CMS platforms
Key features
- ✓Static site generation
- ✓Blog-aware features (permalinks, categories, posts)
- ✓Supports Markdown, Liquid, HTML, CSS
- ✓Custom layouts
- ✓GitHub Pages integration for free hosting
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Billing | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free hosting with GitHub Pages | — | month | Deploy your site using GitHub for free; Custom domain name |
Integrations
GitHub